Severe Needs Paraeducator: Remote & In-Person Support

Cherry Creek Schools; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Creek Schools is seeking a Severe Needs Para Educator to support students with severe special education needs under licensed staff. You will assist with curriculum delivery, behavior strategies, and progress tracking in both in-person and remote settings.

The role involves preparing instructional materials, providing technical care, and maintaining safe, hygienic environments. You may work across programs including ILC, FAPE, and Homebound, with responsibilities distributed daily and

Qualifications

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma
• No professional work experience required
• Title I assignments must meet one of the following requirements: Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education; or obtained an associate's or higher degree; or met a rigorous standard of quality, and can demonstrate through a formal state or local academic assessment knowledge of and the ability to instruct math/reading/writing etc.
• Mandatory biennial Crisis Prevention Intervention training provided by the District
• Medication administration training provided by the District as needed
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate interpersonal relations skills
• Intermediate organizational skills
• Ability to work alone and with others
• Ability to appropriately modify curriculum
• Ability to implement behavior modification techniques
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Ability to work one-on-one and in small groups with students
• If working in the DHH Program, ability to understand the impacts of hearing loss on learning and social interaction
• If working in the Homebound program, ability to set appropriate boundaries and build appropriate relationships while working in the home setting with families and other student healthcare providers
• If working in the Homebound program, the ability to have appropriate communication and boundaries with families while working in their homes with students

Responsibilities

• Assist students with classroom activities, including adapting the curriculum to individual student needs. Assist with curriculum delivery to both individuals and small groups to ensure generalization of skills.
• Implement student accommodations, supports, modifications, procedures, and programming outlined in the student's IEP. Maintain records of student progress and behavior in conjunction with licensed staff, which may include special reports, providing feedback, and reporting observations to the IEP team.
• Assist special education licensed staff in preparing materials, administering tests, attendance, etc. Assist with paperwork and documentation as needed. Assist with other classroom events, such as fire drills, as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Work independently

Curriculum modification

Education

HSE diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cherry Creek Schools is seeking a Severe Needs Para Educator to support students with severe special education needs under licensed staff. You will assist with curriculum delivery, behavior strategies, and progress tracking in both in-person and remote settings.

The role involves preparing instructional materials, providing technical care, and maintaining safe, hygienic environments. You may work across programs including ILC, FAPE, and Homebound, with responsibilities distributed daily and